Koh Tachai, a small island tucked away in the pristine waters of the Andaman Sea west of Thailand’s southern city of Phuket. Its pristine white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and coral reefs bustling with fauna earned it rave reviews from tourists—divers in particular.
Thailand Shuts Koh Tachai, Stunningly Beautiful Island—Tourists Were Ruining It
Thai authorities have prohibited visitors staying overnight and the island is totally off limits between mid-May and mid-October, the monsoon season.
Petr Svab
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Petr Svab
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Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
